Bokondji says the process for making music changes with each song, though it remains similar.

“We find the source of the music and bring in the traditional rhythm,” he says. “We work together at mixing the ingredients. We let it simmer and see what comes from the process. Usually, it’s something rich in all aspects, from the lyrics to the music.”

Bokondji and the band will make their debut in Albuquerque.

Over the past couple of years, the band has been getting more exposure in the United States.

“The goal now is to get more exposure and we are working on new songs,” he says. “Everybody is trying to rest so we can travel and get the tour going. It’s always fun to experience a new place and its culture.”